SHARP, Jr. – The Seven Hills School Academic Readiness Program provides students entering grades 2–5 with a pathway to private school education.
The SHARP, Jr. Summer Program offers students from historically underrepresented communities in grades 2-5 for the 2026-27 school year a clearer path to the opportunities available at independent schools. The SHARP, Jr. Summer Program session consists of one week of classes that will take place from June 22 to June 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Seven Hills School Hillsdale Campus in Madisonville.
The program has expanded to include younger elementary students. One of the best Cincinnati-area private schools offers SHARP Jr. classes with exciting, age-appropriate programming.
SHARP, Jr. Summer Program Eligibility
Students must be enrolled in grades 2-5 in the 2026-27 school year, and are considering applying to a local independent school such as Seven Hills.
The SHARP, Jr. Summer Session includes five classes from June 22 to 26 at The Seven Hills School Hillsdale Campus. The program hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
| Class Dates | Location |
| -June 22, 2026 -June 23, 2026 -June 24, 2026 -June 25, 2026 -June 26, 2026 | The Seven Hills School Hillsdale Campus 5400 Red Bank Road Cincinnati, OH 45227 |
Student Objectives
- Meet and work with the enthusiastic, caring elementary school faculty.
- Embrace “learning through play,” engaging in exciting, hands-on activities, and exploring ideas across various topics such as science, technology, design thinking, and the arts.
- Engage in fun and challenging hands-on learning activities across subject areas.
- Explore Seven Hills’ arts and athletics programs.
- Meet current students and alums.
- Newly admitted students will prepare for life at Seven Hills with refresher lessons in various subjects, a technology orientation, and opportunities to explore new classrooms before the first day of school.
SHARP, Jr. Summer Program Registration and Cost
The SHARP, Jr. Summer session fee is $200. Early registration is encouraged as spaces are limited.
New this summer: Rising 5th graders will have a choice to participate in SHARP Junior (one week in June), SHARP (two weeks in July), or both!
Questions?
Please refer to the registration form and student application for additional information. If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Seven Hills at admissions@7hills.org or 513-728-2400 or Meredith Brown, SHARP, Jr. Coordinator, at meredith.brown@7hills.org or 513-728-2454.
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About The Seven Hills School
The Seven Hills School is a private school that offers choices for preschool/early childhood education, elementary school, middle school, and high school. The Seven Hills School has two campuses – one in Madisonville and one in Walnut Hills.
Seven Hills has been named to the Advanced Placement School Honor Roll, earning a Platinum distinction. Under the leadership of Matthew Bolton, Head of School (Superintendent), Niche.com ranks The Seven Hills School as the number 1 Private K-12 School in Cincinnati and the number 1 Private K-12 School in Ohio.
Students at The Seven Hills School experience a fulfilling and enriching learning environment. Review the staff directory and school board to learn more about the employees’ credentials and the school’s vision.
The average class size is 15 students, with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. The students of The Seven Hills School hail from more than 60 ZIP codes in the greater Cincinnati area. Students of color comprise 39 percent of the school’s population.
The Seven Hills School has championship-caliber athletic facilities and a new Schiff Performing Arts Center. About 80 percent of students participate in athletics.
The upper (high school) and middle (junior high) schools feature more than 40 extracurricular clubs and after-school activities. Activities range in focus from mock trials to community service, Science Olympiad, anime, and sports broadcasting.
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